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How do I get windows 8? Yeah, stupid question, I know...

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Been using VM Fusion to run Win 7 for a few years now (XP before that), and I want to try Win 8.

 

So, on the Microsoft site, it says:

 

Important: Windows 8.1 Pro full version is for Windows 7 users only. Currently running Windows Vista or XP? First upgrade to Windows 8 Pro. Upon installation you can update to 8.1 for free.


But I don't want to upgrade Win 7. I want a separate Win 8 VM.


I have searched all over the place, but for some reason, I'm not finding the answer.


Do I just buy Win 8.1 for $199 and use my Win 7 product key? (Even though I'm not upgrading?)


And is it disk only? I know there are ISO's out there, but are they only for MSDN subscribers? (I have an rMBP with no disk drive... I can attach a SuperDrive, but I'd rather download the OS than wait for MS to mail me a DVD!)


Is there an FAQ that answers this? Not finding that, either!


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